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The Real Park Ridge

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  • Inside Scoop: It’s all about community, fitness and fun at the Centennial Fitness Center

  • Park Ridge Insider Erica Juris on the chicken French dip at Crosby’s Kitchen, flatbreads at Patina Wine Bar, soothing selections at TeaLula and fall escapes to Madison and County Line Orchard

  • Good eats at Don Juan’s Cantina: Thanks to a family-friendly vibe, authentic Mexican food and margaritas, and generations of loyal customers, this former Edison Park staple has definitely found a home in Park Ridge

  • Park Ridge Inside Dean Patras on the chicken calabrese at Pennyville Station, the allure of Pines Room, the entertaining new Market After Dark, and looking forward to Social 18

  • Fall fashions: A look at some of the best, most stylish seasonal items available along Prospect Avenue in Park Ridge

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  • Signature Dishes

    Signature dishes: The brie grilled cheese at Daniel’s Charcuterie, taco pizza at Easy Street and street tacos at Qué Onda

    By Trent Modglin
    December 30, 2021
    By Trent Modglin Brie grilled cheese at Daniel’s Charcuterie It hasn’t taken Daniel’s Charcuterie long to garner a strong reputation for their creative and ...
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  • Good Eats

    Good Eats at Zia’s Social: This highly anticipated Norwood Park hotspot lives up to the hype with a delicious, inventive menu and comfortably stylish atmosphere

    By Trent Modglin
    December 6, 2021
    By Trent Modglin Photos by Nikki Allen Creative 6158 N. Northwest Highway in Norwood Park 773-775-0808 ZiasSocial.com Social media: @ziassocial The anticipation: After 24 ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Holiday shopping spotlight: Explore all the festive finds at Marigold, Raffia Gifts, Edie Boutique, Sooo Cute Boutique, Sandberg Jewelers and Amphora

    By Trent Modglin
    November 25, 2021
    Marigold photo by Nikki Allen Creative Marigold 29 S. Prospect in Park Ridge ShopEdie.com Store vibes: This is a beautiful, bright and friendly store ...
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  • Good Eats

    Good Eats at Sweet & Tart: Irish breakfasts, tasty sandwiches, fresh-baked pies and colorful cocktails — there’s plenty to like about this friendly restaurant in Uptown

    By Trent Modglin
    September 24, 2021
    Location: 112 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge 847-518-5555 SweetAndTartShoppe.com Local beginnings: It doesn’t take long to realize Meghan O’Neill and Jamie Kendall have ...
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  • Signature Dishes

    Signature dishes: The chicken and frites at Cafe Touche, short rib grilled cheese at Tavern on the Point, and zuppa di pesce at Boston Fish Market

    By Trent Modglin
    September 13, 2021
    Above: Chicken and frites at Café Touché By Trent Modglin A look at some favorite local menu items that usually prove too difficult to ...
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  • Good Eats

    Good Eats at Qué Onda: Enjoy flavorful, authentic Mexican food and cocktails at this stylish Edison Park cantina

    By Trent Modglin
    August 27, 2021
    Location: 6701 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park 773-824-4000 QueOndaEdisonPark.com The vibe: The management at Qué Onda likes to say they bring the ambiance ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Shop Around the Corner: Experience a stunning showroom, elegant jewelry and a 102-year history of satisfied clients at Sandberg Jewelers

    By Trent Modglin
    July 7, 2021
    Sandberg Jewelers 7096 Carpenter Road in Skokie’s Village Crossing shopping center 847-676-4367 SandbergJewelers.com At first glance: This is a big, bright and beautiful showroom ...
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  • Signature Dishes

    Signature dishes: Build-your-own Poke Burritos, rigatoni carbonara at Zaza Cucina and boom boom shrimp at Harp & Fiddle

    By Trent Modglin
    June 18, 2021
    By Trent Modglin Build-your-own burrito at Poke Burrito / Xun Bistro This new Asian-fusion restaurant is drawing attention in Uptown Park Ridge, and I ...
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Food frenzy feature from our fall issue: We ordere Food frenzy feature from our fall issue: We ordered some of the area’s exciting new dishes and classic menu staples like — just to make your stomach growl Check out Brennan’s New Orleans eggs at @cafe.touche … the Tex Mex chicken flatbread at @theharpandfiddle … Shemroon tray at @shemroonkababhouse … tavern fried chicken at @tavernpointchi and grilled octopus at @patinawinebar … among other dishes Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Any loss to Loyola is always difficult to stomach, Any loss to Loyola is always difficult to stomach, but @mainesouthfootball played toe to toe with them the whole way in the quarterfinals yesterday and had tons of support on hand in Wilmette. So proud of this team and the run it made this season
Whether you need your hair cut or styled, a manicu Whether you need your hair cut or styled, a manicure, or you’re in the market for a few stocking stuffers, @ashwillowsalon on Devon is the place. The vibes are always good here
It’s never too early to start thinking about the It’s never too early to start thinking about the perfect holiday gifts and stocking stuffers. And the team behind @ziassocial @the_beacon_tap and @cafe.touche have a nice deal going on with a free $25 gift card for every $100 purchase. #therealparkridge #giftcards
Save the date for the annual Park Ridge Winterfest Save the date for the annual Park Ridge Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber
From our big fall issue… Chicago Scene: Great BB From our big fall issue… Chicago Scene: Great BBQ at @greenstreetsmokedmeats … @legalseafoods opens on the Chicago River … @midwestcoastbrewing new rooftop in West Town … and @thesecondcity sparkling latest revue Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
An incredible assortment of tea, a warm and helpfu An incredible assortment of tea, a warm and helpful staff, and a beautiful new(ish) addition that’s ideal for meetings, relaxing or catching up with a friend. And did we mention @tealula is one of the more than 100 area businesses you can pick up our fall issue? Recommendation: The Firecracker from the shaken iced tea menu. Papaya, pineapple and strawberry flavors permeate this green tea that’s combined with homemade lemonade. Just perfect.
Inside Scoop from the @parkridgeparks — It’s a Inside Scoop from the @parkridgeparks — It’s all about community, fitness and fun at the Centennial Fitness Center Did you know the Centennial Fitness Center offers a large selection of cardio, strength, conditioning, yoga, aqua and indoor cycling group fitness classes to meet your programming needs? The facility also features group and private swim lessons, personal training, a variety of sports programs and open gym times for badminton, basketball and pickleball. Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Favorite restaurant in the area: I’ll go with @b Favorite restaurant in the area: I’ll go with @blufish_parkridge It might seem odd (as a sushi place), but somehow everyone in the family can all find something we enjoy eating there. Read @patrasdean entire Park Ridge Insider contribution from our fall issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Such a fun event happening today at @theharpandfid Such a fun event happening today at @theharpandfiddle
Flavorful chimichurri chicken sandwich, Us Them do Flavorful chimichurri chicken sandwich, Us Them doubly hazy IPA, Festbier, barrel-aged No Regrets pineapple sour and dominating Connect Four against the family. Solid Friday night at @uneannee in Niles #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer
Find gifts for everyone on your list at the annual Find gifts for everyone on your list at the annual Treasures & Trinkets Holiday Bazaar from the @parkridgeparks When: Saturday, November 2, 9am – 3pm Where: Centennial Activity Center, 100 S Western Ave Cost: $2 Admission
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